Couristan - Shiraz Injilas/Ebony Rug

Today's Persian area rugs are direct descendants of those crafted in the 16th and 17th centuries when artistry meant perfection. Continuing to draw from this inspiration, Couristan has recreated the timeless beauty and time-honored artistry of those authentic Persian designs which have been steadfast for centuries, in a collection of area rugs called Shiraz. Hand-crafted of the finest 100% semi-worsted New Zealand wool, the array of subdued, but rich colors that saturate the collection's lush pile, enhances the brilliance of each authentic Persian design that is emulated in this collection. A unique double wash process provides a rich luster finish to the collection's overall appearance and aesthetic value. Creating a marriage between the past and present each old-world design in Shiraz's assortment offers a sense of timeless charm and warmth, allowing the collection's beautiful designs to be displayed in any room in the home.

Note: Additional shapes in this design may be available on a different SKU. Please search by part number to locate these shapes.

Features:

• Handmade in India with 100% semi-worsted New Zealand wool pile
• Classic Persian designs in an array of subdued, but rich colors
• Unique double wash process to provide a rich, luster finish
• Primarily ebony featuring camel, caramel, cognac, creme, faded olive, olive and wine accents
• Available in the following sizes: 3'6" x 5', 5'6" x 8', 8' x 11', 9'6" x 13', Runner 2'6" x 8'

Category/Decorating Tip:

Vintage - This collection of timeless area rugs will bring elegance to any room. With the variety of colors that exist within the area rugs it is easy to decorate around them. A print, woven floral would create an impressive statement in your choice of upholstery.

Note: Please be aware that actual colors may vary from those shown on your screen. Accent rugs may also not show the entire pattern that the corresponding area rugs have. Additionally, rugs 8' x 10' and larger may ship Truck Freight.

About Couristan

For over 75 years Couristan, Inc. has been a powerful name in the area rug and broadloom industry. Owned by the Couri family for two generations and operated today by brothers George G. Couri, Chairman and Ron J. Couri, CEO and President, the company prides itself on having the most exquisite handmade and power-loomed floor coverings available from anywhere around the world.

Founded in 1926 by brothers Basil J. Couri and George J. Couri, and appropriately named "Couri Brothers," the company began its humble beginnings by importing fine handmade area rugs from Persia. According to Ron Couri, Couristan's CEO and President, importing area rugs from Persia was a difficult task. "I remember listening to my father and uncle's travel stories. First they took a ship to England, then another to the continent. Once in Europe they took the Orient Express and then drove through the desert to Persia. They finally arrived 32 days later. It was quite an adventure."

The first area rugs imported by the company were a few shipments of Sparta Rugs from Smyrna. At the time, the company began affixing "Couristan" trademark labels to the back of each and every rug it imported. This mark was composed from the family's surname "Couri" and the frequently used suffix "stan", referring to the region of small weaving villages in which the company imported its rugs from. The company would quickly begin to broaden its horizons, as well as its area rug offerings by importing rugs from India in 1927.

In the 1930's, Couristan began importing handmade hooked rugs from China and braided rugs from Japan. At the time nearly 99 percent of the total production of Japan's floor coverings were being exported to the United States. According to Ron Couri, Couristan was regarded as one of the country's largest importers of Japanese braided rugs from the 1930's to the 1960's. During that time there wasn't much of a market for Oriental-design products in the United States, but through Couristan's ingenuity and extensive design development, the company was able to create a substantial marketplace for handmade Oriental area rugs.